A nurse who is leading a team of nurse managers is planning to make a major announcement. The nurse should use which of the following nonverbal communication techniques to enhance the importance of the announcement?

Client 3: Collect and label specimen.

Assistive personnel- Assistive personnel can handle the collection and labeling of specimens, which is a routine task that does not require advanced clinical judgment.

Client 1: Perform prescribed procedure.

Practical Nurse- Insertion of a nasogastric tube is a procedure that requires clinical skills and knowledge, making it appropriate for a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to perform.

Client 3: Administer prescribed medication.

Practical Nurse- Administering medication is within the scope of practice for a practical nurse, as they are trained to handle medications and monitor their effects.

Client 4: Perform prescribed testing.

Assistive personnel- Testing such as using a glucometer for blood glucose monitoring can be performed by assistive personnel under the supervision of a registered nurse or practical nurse.

Client 4: Provide prescribed wound care.

Practical Nurse- Wound care, especially for a non-healing wound and cellulitis, requires clinical assessment and skills that a practical nurse is trained to provide.

Client 2: Transport client for diagnostic testing.

Assistive personnel- Transporting clients to diagnostic testing is a task that can be safely performed by assistive personnel.

Rationale:

A. HICS focuses on organizing and managing internal facility operations rather than mobilizing external multidisciplinary responders.

B. HICS does not directly ensure the availability of specific medical supplies; this is usually managed through other systems or protocols.

C. HICS is primarily concerned with internal facility management, not providing additional responders from outside agencies.

D. HICS helps to define roles, responsibilities, and reporting channels within the facility during a disaster, ensuring effective internal management.